00:00London's only full-sized indoor skate park is set to close for good next month, with the space to be
00:06replaced by paddle courts.
00:08The decision to close Barking Skate Park has led to a campaign from skaters who say that the venue is
00:14a vital community space.
00:16Operator JLL says the skate park has made a financial loss every year and visitor numbers have recently fallen.
00:23It says that the new courts will provide access to a growing sport.
00:26Campaigners say the closure would remove an important place for children and families to stay active in an underprivileged area.
00:35The skate park is due to close on 2 August after several years serving local skaters and wider communities.
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